June 13, 2019

Bring Dad to the great outdoors at Tallahassee Nurseries! We have all kinds of fruit trees, citrus trees, landscape plants, containers, fountains, garden gear and tons of others great gift ideas he'll be sure to appreciate! Don't forget to stop in the cottage to grab him a Lucky Goat Coffee or Proof Beer on tap!

COLORFUL GROUND COVERS Ground cover plants are typically utilitarian choices to stop erosion, but you can make the tricky spots in your garden a highlight with colorful ground covers! Why use plain old green when you can have color? Here are some great options currently available to create a sea of color in your landscape: Peedgee Gold Ingot Liriope has lime green foliage! Snow-n-Summer Asian Jasmine has leaves in white, red, and pink throughout the year Royal Purple Liriope has super rich purple flowers Emerald Goddess Liriope produces masses of purple color each summer The Landscape Division at Tallahassee Nurseries has multiple experts in erosion control and can help with any runoff problem no matter the size.

DESERT ROSE Desert Rose is a succulent tropical plant that has a distinctive swollen trunk. Full sun and well-draining soil are what this plant needs. These succulents are used to rainy periods during which they grow, followed by a dormant, dry period. Match watering practices to these needs for best success. Keep soil moderately moist in spring and summer, and reduce watering in fall and winter when the plant is dormant. Desert rose succulents like bright light, so southern window exposure provides enough sun for these plants to flourish and bloom. In the garden, choose a sunny location that has some protection from midday sun, as this can scorch the foliage. Soil is very important and should have a mixture of cactus soil with gritty sand or lava rocks for good drainage. Available in 4” ($8.99) & 6” ($19.99)

NATIVE WILDFLOWERS  These flowers are must haves for butterfly gardens in our area! Wildflowers are well suited for any level gardener and make a great choice for someone just starting their own garden. Planting now will have you and your garden ready for a big fall display of flowers and butterflies. Milkweed Black Eyed Susans Echinacea Passionvine & many more

METEOR SHOWERS VERBENA Looking for a heat tolerant and water conscious flower? You should definitely try Meteor Showers Verbena. This Proven Winners selection has long lasting, lilac colored blooms on tall, sturdy stems. You'll find these flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and is listed as deer resistant. Its an easy choice for landscape and containers alike!

Over the course of this month, we'll be exploring the products and purpose of the greenhouse. While indoor plants and houseplants do add beauty, they can also aid in our mental, emotional and physical well-being.

HOUSEPLANT OF THE WEEK Bird's-nest Fern  The Bird's-nest fern is a native to tropical Asia. Its wide, strap-like leaves of light green make this an attractive addition to your household. This plant prefers medium to bright filtered light, average temperatures and humidity. Water when dry and remove excess water. Feed monthly with half-strength fertilizer.

INDOOR AIR POLLUTION & PLANTS Get five Tallahassee Nurseries recommended examples of the many indoor plants that can help diminish air pollution inside your home or workplace. An array of plant species and plant sizes will insure an optimal level of air purification. Click HERE to read

Sales Runs 6/14 - 6/20

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THIS Saturday & Sunday ~ JUNE 15 & 16 ~ Tallahassee Nurseries is hosting the Florida Nursery Growers and Landscapers Association Scholarship Plant Sale once again! Many nurseries from around the Tallahassee area donate plants for this sale, and the proceeds go towards a scholarship for someone furthering their education in horticulture. Shop with a purpose! More details on our event page HERE

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Tallahassee Nurseries 2911 Thomasville Rd. www.tallahasseenurseries.com (850) 385-2162

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